Supporting your group to protect the most vulnerable

Disclosure and Barring Service Checks

If your organisation needs to DBS check volunteers or staff, Lincolnshire Community and Voluntary Service (LCVS) can help.

DBS Checking

The government has produced a safeguarding and DBS factsheet for community volunteers during covid-19 outbreak. For up to date information on the government advice click:DBS Guidance.

Unfortunately at this time LCVS is currently unable to offer its usual DBS checking service due to the need for a wet signature on paperwork. We have been advised through our networks thatuCheck.co.ukoffers a suitable online alternative for groups needing to access DBS checking services during this period.

LCVS remains able to offer advice about the need for DBS checking as well as safeguarding information, policy templates etc.

Car insurancefor volunteers helping out: If you are using your own car for voluntary purposes to transport medicines or groceries to support others who are impacted by Covid-19, your cover will not be affected. You do not need to contact your insurer to update your documents or extend your cover. This applies to all categories of NHS Volunteer Responders, including transporting patients, equipment, or other essential supplies. (Karl Wilding- NCVO)

Register with LCVS

By joining Lincolnshire CVS you and your community group will be part of an organisation dedicated to creating a thriving voluntary sector throughout Lincolnshire. We are committed to supporting, promoting and representing you and your community group or organisation.